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NHRA: Alan Johnson Racing, Larry Dixon agree to part ways

Alan Johnson Racing and Larry Dixon have agreed to part ways. Photo by NHRA

NHRA team Alan Johnson Racing and Top Fuel driver Larry Dixon have agreed to “a mutual separation,” the team announced on Tuesday.

Alan Johnson Racing manages the two-car Top Fuel operation of the Al-Anabi Racing Team. Three-time Top Fuel champion Dixon joined the Al-Anabi Racing team when it was founded in 2009 and finished second, first and fourth in points during his three seasons driving for the outfit, winning 19 races. According to a team statement, “The reasons leading to this mutual decision are private team matters; no further information will be provided, and no interviews will be granted.”

Alan Johnson Racing team owner and Al-Anabi Racing team manager Alan Johnson said, “Larry has been an integral member of Al-Anabi Racing for the past three seasons. He was instrumental in our successes including winning our first NHRA Full Throttle championship in 2010. He represented Al-Anabi Racing, Full Throttle and the NHRA as a great champion.

“As difficult as some decisions can be, there are times when they become necessary but can be best for everyone involved. I am proud to have raced with Larry, and I have great respect for his driving ability. I know I speak for everyone at Al-Anabi Racing when I wish him all the best.”

Dixon said, “I enjoyed my three seasons driving the Al-Anabi Top Fuel car. We had a lot of wins and definitely the highlight was the NHRA Full Throttle Championship last year. I have many fond memories of working with Alan, Jason and our crew, but I am anxious to see what the future has in store for me. I want to thank Sheikh Khalid, Alan and everyone at AJR for my time there and wish them all the best.”

With driver Del Worsham’s retirement on Nov. 21, Al-Anabi Racing has two seats to fill for the 2012 season.